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Chennai hosts sustainability summit where Dr. Soumya Swaminathan announces project to transform Keyi Panyor into India’s first Bio-Happiness district Arunachal Pradesh’s Keyi Panyor to become India’s first Bio-Happiness district Soumya Swaminathan Inaugurates The Hindu Sustainability Dialogues Soumya Swaminathan, Chairperson of the M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation and Principal Advisor of the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP),…

IT professionals in Pune’s Baner–Balewadi area support Jayesh Murkute for Ward 9, citing his modern leadership and focus on smart infrastructure and civic development IT Professionals in Baner–Balewadi Back Jayesh Murkute for Ward 9 Jayesh Murkute: A Voice for Urban Civic Issues Jayesh Murkute is recognized as an educated and socially active individual. He understands…

Mumbai RTO confirms no technical fault in BEST electric bus after Bhandup accident that killed four pedestrians Mumbai RTO finds no fault in fatal bus accident RTO Finds No Fault in BEST Electric Bus Involved in Bhandup Accident The Regional Transport Office (RTO) has reported no technical fault in the BEST electric bus linked to…

Madurai court directs temple to light Karthigai Deepam at stone pillar, criticizes TN govt for law and order concerns Madras HC upholds order to light Karthigai Deepam at Thirupparankundram Madras High Court Upholds Order for Karthigai Deepam Lighting A Division Bench of the Madras High Court (Madurai Bench) upheld the order of Justice G.R. Swaminathan…

In Pune, residents at a ‘Know Your Candidate’ meet in Undri–Mohamadwadi–Pisoli highlighted water supply issues and civic concerns, submitting a Citizens’ Manifesto for infrastructure improvements. Pune residents prioritize water supply at candidate meet Residents Discuss Civic Concerns in Undri, Mohamadwadi, and Pisoli Residents raised various civic concerns affecting daily life in Undri, Mohamadwadi, and Pisoli.…

Mumbai’s Watchdog Foundation releases 12-point manifesto for BMC elections, urging annual plantation of 1 lakh trees per ward and riverfront development to improve the city’s environment. Mumbai NGO pushes tree and riverfront projects in election agenda Watchdog Foundation Proposes Environmental Initiatives Ahead of BMC Election The state of Mumbai’s environment, infrastructure, roads, and schools is…

Hyderabad’s forest department imposes strict measures to ban Chinese manja sales due to threats to human lives, birds, and wildlife Hyderabad officials enforce strict ban on Chinese manja sales Forest Department Takes Action Against Chinese Manja The Forest Department has decided to prohibit the sale and purchase of Chinese manja. This decision aims to address…

Bengaluru government requires Kogilu residents to verify nativity and 5-year residency for flat allotment amid eligibility checks Kogilu residents must prove nativity for flat eligibility Government to Allot Flats to Eligible Residents in Phases Ministers have instructed officials to clear applications for flats from residents with proper documents. The allotment will occur in phases. The…

Transport unions in Ludhiana and four other states plan protests against privatisation of state-run transport services, citing job security and accessibility concerns. Transport unions from 5 states protest privatisation Transport Employees from Five States Plan Joint Protest Transport department employees from Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand have announced a joint protest. They…

HSIIDC will build a 20 MLD industrial wastewater treatment plant in Gurugram’s sectors 34-35, addressing pollution concerns and covering units near Badshahpur drain HSIIDC to construct Gurugram industrial wastewater treatment plant Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation to Build CETP The Common Effluent Treatment Plant (CETP) for treating industrial wastewater in sector 34-35 will…